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Many dog owners are familiar with pets getting diarrhea, but often have less experience with constipation. Constipation occurs when there isn’t enough fiber or water consumption in the pet’s system to adequately eliminate waste products in a timely manner. Other factors will also be discussed. Your pet postures for relief, … Continue reading →

Turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern food preparations. It has a bright yellow-orange color and is derived from a plant, called Curcuma longa, which belongs to the ginger family. This spice is made by boiling, drying, and then grinding the rhizomes found in … Continue reading →

As a loving pet owner, you most likely read the ingredients on your dog or cat’s food when you buy it. A time or two, you may have seen the word “Pumpkin.” If you were wondering if you read it right, and whether pumpkin is actually good for your pet, … Continue reading →

Wheat gluten meal is a plant-based protein concentrate found in a wide variety of dog and cat foods. It acts as a meat substitute, binding the kibble together, and artificially increasing the protein content of the food. Basically, gluten is what’s left over from certain grains such as wheat, barley, … Continue reading →